Colleen Davies
Colleen enjoys treating people of all ages and a full range of musculoskeletal conditions. She has extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of TMJ dysfunction (TMD).
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Physiotherapy • TMJ/TMD
Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMJ/TMD)
TMJ physiotherapy at Island View is provided by Colleen Davies, FCAMT, CGIM. Colleen has over 25 years of experience treating temporomandibular disorders (TMD/TMJ) in collaboration with dentists, orthodontists, oral surgeons and physicians throughout the Greater Victoria region.
TMJ and TMD Explained
TMJ – The jaw joints, also known as the temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are one of the most complex joints in the body. The joint connects the lower jaw to the skull in front of the ear and is involved in many functions including chewing, talking, facial expressions and breathing.
TMD – Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD) is a medical condition that can be caused by a variety of muscle and joint issues. When the jaw moves out of place, it can cause pressure on sensitive structures and muscles around the joint. This can lead to muscle stiffness and joint pain, affecting range of motion in the jaw.
Symptoms of TMD may include:
- Pain in the face, jaw or teeth
- Ear pain or fullness in the ears
- Popping or clicking sounds
- Locking
- Malalignment of bite
- Headache or dizziness
- Neck and jaw tension
- Difficulty opening, chewing, talking and yawning
Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMJ/TMD)
Your Physiotherapist will assess the movement and alignment of your neck and jaw and develop an individual treatment plan for you. We will collaborate with your physician and/or dentist when necessary to ensure the best treatment possible to resolve your TMJ/TMD problems. Our goal is to restore function in the joints and the subsequent muscles associated with it, thus, preventing further injury. Treatment may consist of soft tissue release, manual therapy of the neck and jaw, IMS, stretching and strengthening exercise, postural correction and breathing exercises.
Colleen Davies, Physiotherapist has been treating clients with TMJ/TMD in the Victoria area for over 25 years in collaboration with Dental Specialists, Orthodontists, Dentists and MDs.
Book your appointment today to learn more about the reasons causing your TMJ discomfort, to get quick relief of your symptoms and prevent future problems.
Physiotherapy treatment at Island View starts with a thorough medical screen and an expert musculoskeletal examination in order to assess muscle, tendon, ligament, bone and joint issues, as well as nerve-related pain.
Our physiotherapists use a variety of treatment techniques to help you restore, maintain and maximize function, improve overall well-being, and achieve your goals.
At Island View, you will receive one on one expert manual therapy intervention, exercise rehabilitation, and movement training, along with a treatment plan tailored to help you reach your goals and optimize your health.
Our physiotherapists will educate you on your condition to give you the tools to help you self-manage and self-heal.
We offer direct billing through most extended health plans for this service.